Synonyms for Trying & Similar Words
Definition of trying
- adjective
- hard to endure; "fell upon trying times"
- extremely irritating to the nerves; "nerve-racking noise"; "the stressful days before a war"; "a trying day at the office"
5 synonyms found
Writing tips for "trying"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like difficult, disagreeable, hard can replace "trying" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 5 alternatives available, "trying" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Trying" in song lyrics
See how trying is used in real songs:
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"But looky looos they still be trying"
Aceyalone — The Walls and the Windows -
"Maybe I should just give up or stop trying"
Aesop Rock — The Yes and the Y'all -
"Now Summer's slowly dying - see Summer's soul was trying"
Alexipharmic — Summer